Fruit farm labourer

Chary Produce Ltd. based in 18 King St. S., Oakland, ON N0E 1L0 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Fruit farm labourer who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Seasonal employment or Full time job. The candidate must work on the day shift.

Employer Name: Chary Produce Ltd.
Position: Fruit farm labourer
No. of vacancies: 5
Salary: $16.55 hourly / 30 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Full time
Location: 18 King St. S., Oakland, ON N0E 1L0

Job Description

The candidate will be responsible for grading.
The candidate must harvest vegetables by hand.
The candidate will be in charge of hoeing crops.
The candidate must plant, cultivate, and irrigate crops.
The candidate will be expected to pick stones and/or wood.
The candidate will be responsible for tying.
The candidate will be responsible for weeding.
The candidate must harvest crops.
The candidate must operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.
The candidate will be expected to inspect the product for quality and prepare it for market.
The candidate must pick row and orchard crops.

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in English language.
There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
Candidate having experience is an asset.
The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
The candidate should be a good team player.

Work site environment

Farm operations include fruit and vegetable combination farming and other vegetables and melon farming (except potato farming).
The candidate will be required to work long hours in an outdoor environment.

Work setting

The candidate must be willing to work in a rural area.
The candidate will be required to work in various locations.

Experience and specialization

Type of crops

Crops include bell peppers, cabbage, cucumbers, strawberries, sweet corn, and tomatoes.

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
The candidate should have an eye for details.
The candidate must be able to distinguish between colours.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
The candidate must be willing to work in a standing position for extended periods of time.
The candidate must be willing to walk for long periods of time.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.